Modern Slavery Statement for Surrey Carpet Cleaners

Surrey Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Surrey Carpet Cleaners.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We have a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced or compulsory labour, and child labour. We recognise our responsibility to respect and protect human rights and to identify, prevent, and address any actual or potential risks of exploitation within our business and supply chains. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy is treated with the utmost seriousness and may result in the termination of employment or business relationships.

Surrey Carpet Cleaners expects all employees and suppliers to act with integrity, to comply with relevant laws and regulations, and to support our efforts to eradicate modern slavery wherever it may occur. We do not knowingly engage with any organisation that is involved in, or benefits from, modern slavery or human trafficking.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Surrey Carpet Cleaners provides professional carpet, upholstery, and floor cleaning services. Our operations are primarily local and regional, involving a workforce based in the United Kingdom. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, machinery and equipment, uniforms, vehicles, and related maintenance, as well as certain administrative and facility services.

We recognise that certain sectors and geographic regions may present higher risks of modern slavery. As part of our ongoing commitment, we seek to identify and assess these risks and engage only with suppliers who share our values and can demonstrate responsible labour practices.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All suppliers are expected to comply with our standards on modern slavery and human rights. We communicate our zero-tolerance stance and require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour and that they provide safe and fair working conditions.

Surrey Carpet Cleaners conducts proportionate risk-based supplier checks and audits. These may include requesting information on labour practices, reviewing policies and procedures, and seeking evidence of compliance with relevant legislation. Where appropriate, we may visit supplier premises to verify working conditions and speak with management and, where possible, workers.

If a supplier is found to be in breach of our standards, we will work with them to remedy the situation where feasible and appropriate. However, serious or unresolved issues may result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery among our employees and management team. Staff whose roles involve procurement, supplier management, or recruitment receive guidance on identifying indicators of exploitation and on the steps to take if concerns arise.

Surrey Carpet Cleaners encourages all employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking at the earliest opportunity. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers or senior management. Reports will be treated sensitively, investigated promptly, and handled as confidentially as possible. No individual will suffer any form of retaliation for raising a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires vigilance and continuous improvement. Surrey Carpet Cleaners is committed to regularly reviewing and enhancing our policies, procedures, and due diligence activities to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis by our senior management team. As part of that review, we assess our progress, consider any incidents or concerns raised, evaluate developments in best practice, and identify opportunities for improvement. Updated statements will reflect any changes in our approach, business operations, or supply chains.

By maintaining strong standards, engaging constructively with suppliers, and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability, Surrey Carpet Cleaners aims to play its part in eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking from our business and the wider community.